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Proclamation Recognizing Joe Birk’s 29 years of Service to Hastings
WHEREAS, Joe Birk, is retiring on February 28, 2025,
AND WHEREAS, he has served the City of Hastings for 28 years and 11 months,
AND WHEREAS, Joe’s service to the community has always gone above and beyond,
AND WHEREAS, Joe’s leadership within the department and expertise on all things Public
Works, especially streets have been invaluable,
AND WHEREAS, Joe Birk’s willingness to teach others and improve operations have shaped the
department for years to come,
AND WHEREAS, Joe’s commitment to quality has set the standard and expectation of
operations,
AND WHEREAS, Joe has built our in-house paving program and the leader for snow plowing,
mowing, and street and storm sewer maintenance,
AND WHEREAS, Joe always had a solution, even in times of emergencies,
AND WHEREAS, Joe’s presence, most of all, will be missed.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Hastings City Council hereby recognizes Joe Birk for his
dedication and commitment to the City of Hastings.
Mary D. Fasbender, Mayor